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MANUKA VIRGIN - Alcohol-Free - bedrop x Quarantini / 500 ml

The New Zealand gold

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£61.00 / l

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  • Real, certified Manuka honey
  • High MGO content (over 500+)
  • The all-rounder among honeys
  • Suitable for children & adults
  • You can find the matching honey spoon in our store

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100% beekeeper quality
Carefully developed
Natural Ingredients
Sustainably packaged
With every purchase you make a contribution to bee protection!

Description

Manuka honey is extracted from the South Sea myrtle (also known as manuka) and only grows in New Zealand. As with any other honey, the bees collect the nectar from the Manuka flowers and produce honey from it. The special thing about Manuka honey is the MGO content, which can vary from honey to honey. Our honey is certified with an MGO of 500+. Each jar consists of a sustainable jar and label.

Ingredients

100% New Zealand Manuka honey

Application

<p>Manuka honey is suitable for internal and external use. Thanks to the high MGO content of 500+, a low dosage is sufficient. Can be taken pure or in food and drinks: Children (up to 4 years of age) 1/2 teaspoon daily Adults 1 teaspoon daily Can be used internally and externally. Tip: Can also be used as skin care or skin conditioner.</p><h2 style="margin-left:0px;">What does MGO mean?</h2><p style="margin-left:0px;">MGO stands for <i>methylglyoxal </i>and is contained exclusively in Manuka honey. This substance is produced during the ripening process of Manuka honey. The nectar of the Manuka plant contains dihydroxyacetone, which is converted to <i>methylglyoxal (MGO) </i>as the honey matures. It is still not known why this substance is only found in the nectar of the Manuka plant.<br>Each individual Manuka honey can be traced back to the beekeeper based on its MGO. Our Manuka Honey is certified and tested with an MGO of 500+ and is our premium product from New Zealand.</p><p style="margin-left:0px;">Manuka honey with a content of less than 400 MGO has the same effect as normal blossom honey. Our Manuka honey is meticulously analyzed (<a href="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0478/4694/9030/files/bedrop_Manuka_Honig-MGO-500_7d42dec9-c502-4103-ae9f-e7dfa7bcd7d9.jpg?v=1739289415"><span style="color:hsl(210,75%,60%);">see here certificate of analysis</span></a>).</p><p style="margin-left:0px;"></p><p></p>

Storage & shelf life

Store in a cool and dry place.
Protect from light and sunlight.
Shelf life see label.

Important information

Not suitable for use in case of allergy or hypersensitivity to Manuka honey and bee products.
The recommended daily intake should not be exceeded. A healthy diet is of great importance!

Manufacturer information

bedrop is a brand of: 
FLBE Health GmbH 
Melchiorstraße 2
68167 Mannheim

Traceability & best‑before date
Each of our products bears a jar symbol or best‑before date, as well as its own batch number for clear traceability on the label and folding box.

Developed together

Limited Edition

With bergamot and juniper

Alcohol-free

Developed together

Limited Edition

With bergamot and juniper

Alcohol-free

Strictly limited to 4,000 pieces!

Originally developed exclusively for the bedrop 5th-anniversary celebration and now available in limited quantities in our stores by popular demand. Since demand for this product simply hasn’t let up even after our celebration, Quarantini and we have decided to launch this unique product—combining the best of our two worlds—in our stores as well. Fine New Zealand Manuka honey MGO 300+ meets decades of distillery experience and a knack for creating sophisticated, fun drinks: We present our MANUKA VIRGIN! 🙌🏼

Die Geschichte hinter MANUKA VIRGIN

Boris von Quarantini und Betül von bedrop erzählen im Video, wie aus bedrop Manuka-Honig und echter Destillerie-Erfahrung ein besonderer alkoholfreier Genuss entstanden ist.

Wacholder aus der Toskana, Zitrusfrüchte aus Sizilien, feine Kräuter und echter Manuka-Honig treffen hier aufeinander. Nach mehreren Verkostungen war klar: Zitrone ist die perfekte Ergänzung zur natürlichen Honignote.

Das Ergebnis: MANUKA VIRGIN – frisch, aromatisch, alkoholfrei und ideal mit Tonic, als Spritz oder pur auf Eis.

Valuable Ingredients

Manuka Honey MGO 300+

Genuine Manuka honey with a certified MGO content of at least 300 mg/kg gives the non-alcoholic Manuka Virgin a delicately tart, natural honey flavor.

The Manuka honey (MGO 300+) contained in this product comes from New Zealand and has a certified content of at least 300 mg of methylglyoxal per kilogram of honey. In the non-alcoholic Manuka Virgin, it complements the selected botanicals with a mild, slightly tart honey note and creates a particularly balanced taste experience.

Juniper

Juniper gives the Virgin its characteristic spicy, fresh, and slightly resinous botanical note.

Juniper defines the characteristic flavor of Manuka Virgin and lends the blend aromatic depth. Its spicy, fresh, and slightly resinous aroma forms the foundation of the flavor profile. Combined with bergamot, lemon, and iris, it creates a balanced and complex flavor experience.

Lemon

Lemon gives the Virgin a crisp, zesty freshness and a pleasantly vibrant citrus note.

The lemon complements the Manuka Virgin with its fresh, zesty, and slightly tart aroma. Its vibrant citrus note lends a pleasant lightness and harmonizes particularly well with juniper, bergamot, and iris. The result is a balanced composition with a refreshing character.

Iris

Iris gives Manuka Virgin a subtle floral, slightly earthy, and delicately powdery note.

The iris root used in this blend has a delicate, floral aroma with slightly earthy and powdery undertones. In "Virgin," it harmoniously combines the spicy notes of juniper with the freshness of bergamot and lemon, contributing to a balanced and complex flavor experience.

The non-alcoholic alternative that's changing everything

MANUKA VIRGIN is the non-alcoholic alternative developed in collaboration with the best in the field: Quarantini. For anyone looking for full flavor without alcohol. Double-distilled from juniper, citrus fruits, and fine herbs, and enhanced with genuine New Zealand Manuka honey—for an aroma that’s every bit as good as a classic alcoholic beverage.

Classic juniper flavors from Tuscany
The star of the "Virgins": Sicilian lemon, complemented by bergamot—for pure summer freshness
Floral Nuances of Iris
A rich, natural sweetness from 17% Manuka honey (MGO 300+) from New Zealand
100% alcohol-free

500 ml of premium ingredients—perfect for non-alcoholic cocktails, aperitifs, and moments of shared enjoyment. Full-bodied flavor, with absolutely no compromises.
Betül and Florian both abstain from alcohol, love alternatives to alcoholic beverages, and the Virgin gave them the opportunity to develop their own drink for the summer.

Manuka + Distillery Expertise = Manuka Virgin

When beehive meets bar chef

MANUKA VIRGIN is the result of a special collaboration: bedrop, which specializes in high-quality bee products and the power of Manuka honey, and Quarantini, experts in non-alcoholic beverages and artisanal drinks.

It all started with a friendly exchange: Boris met our two founders and learned that they would enjoy his products, so he traded non-alcoholic alternatives from Quarantini for New Zealand Manuka honey from bedrop—Betül and Florian only drink non-alcoholic beverages themselves, making it a perfect match. That exchange turned into a true collaboration: bedrop Manuka honey, combined with Quarantini’s expertise and experience.

What happens when real Manuka honey meets the flavors of a classic aperitif? MANUKA VIRGIN—a collaboration unlike anything that’s come before.

This collaboration was initially intended solely as a treat for guests at the 5th-anniversary celebration, but after the positive feedback, it was clear: our beloved Honeybees had to have the chance to enjoy it, so we had a small batch produced by Quarantini.

A pure limited edition for the summer of 2026!

17% real Manuka honey. No flavouring. No substitute

The heart: Manuka honey MGO 300+

At the heart of MANUKA VIRGIN is genuine New Zealand Manuka honey with 300+ MGO —making up 17% of each bottle. No flavorings, no substitutes.

  • MGO stands for methylglyoxal—the natural compound that makes Manuka honey so special. MGO 300+ is among the highest quality grades available on the market.
  • It gives MANUKA VIRGIN its unmistakable depth and character
  • Its natural sweetness replaces artificial sugars and flavors
  • Lab-tested and authenticated—for maximum transparency and quality

The MGO value determines just how high-quality a Manuka honey truly is —and that’s exactly why, at MANUKA VIRGIN, we don’t rely on just any honey, but exclusively on certified MGO 300+, clearly labeled and traceable all the way back to its source in New Zealand.

Something for everyone

Your Summer Drinks with MANUKA VIRGIN

Whether by the pool, on the rooftop terrace, or at a public viewing event—MANUKA VIRGIN is just as versatile in cocktails as a classic aperitif. Three ideas for summer:

Manuka Virgin Tonic (the classic)
40–50 ml MANUKA VIRGIN, topped off with bitter lemon or tonic water, plenty of ice, a slice of Sicilian lemon, and a sprig of rosemary. Give it a quick stir—and your non-alcoholic long drink for balmy evenings is ready.

Manuka Virgin Spritz (the Summery One)
40 ml MANUKA VIRGIN, topped off with non-alcoholic sparkling wine or soda, a splash of bitter lemon, ice cubes, and a twist of lemon. Light, bubbly, and perfect for toasting without a hangover afterward.

Manuka Virgin on the Rocks (the Pure)
Simply 40 ml neat over ice, garnished with a slice of bergamot or lemon—for anyone who wants to experience the full, unadulterated flavor of juniper, honey, and citrus. Ideal as an aperitif before dinner.

No matter which variety you choose: MANUKA VIRGIN brings rich character and the natural sweetness of Manuka honey to every drink—completely alcohol-free, but with that full summer vibe.